I’ve met people who fear Chemotherapy, and I hope they never have to get it. Cancer patients undergoing this therapy react to it in different ways, some badly. Chemo or a different therapy can help rid you of your cancer.
My experience as a (non-medically) trained patient has been a good one at the Oncology Clinic on the 4th floor of Addison Gilbert Hospital in Gloucester. When I arrived yesterday morning, I was seated in a Lazy Boy type chair with a view of the Annisquam River and the outer harbor, provided with the morning paper, up to date magazine, a cable TV remote, and earbuds. The intravenous connection was made, freshly brewed coffee delivered, and I studied the breakfast menu. If the timing is right, I get lunch too. I’d bring my laptop or tablet, but time goes by quickly with so many things do, and no pain whatsoever.
Why am I happy to be treated here for cancer? Most importantly, it will prolong my life. The above amenities are welcome, but the staff is key: “We want to make your experience here as pleasant as possible,” they say. And they do.
A few hours later, I’m home expecting fatigue and the dreaded side effects. After 5 treatments, I’m not tired enough to nap, and go ahead with my everyday life, just a little slower. As I said above, this is MY experience with King Chemo, and so far, we’re getting along just fine.
Good Morning Gloucester 
Fred you have the best attitude xxoo
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always great seeing you out and about.
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Thanks Fred, for the positive update and always keeping us in mind ~ glad you are paddling through ~
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I’m so pleased the process is working for you and how great that you can receive treatment right here on the island. Many wishes for a speedy and full recovery b
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❤ Attitude makes everything!
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Glad to hear u r doing well with chemo.
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Bless you, Fred. Keep on keepin’ on!
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Love your attitude Fred & wishing you the best!
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I don’t really know you, but feel like i I do through your postings. I can only try to imagine what you must be going through and am amazed at your positive attitude and courage. How lucky are we to have such a beautiful place to heal and get well. Wishing you good health and a cancer free life.
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Fred, Excellent Attitude-Spirit-Faith (ASF) is key, and you found it unlocks the the door too on the path ahead! I had memo note paper that had large lettering of the word Attitude and small letters that said (Attitude is a little thing that makes a BIG difference…God Bless and those that guide you in your time of need! Dave:-) & Kim:-)
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That’s the spirit Fred!!! And as others have mentioned – a good strong positive attitude is key. At this end, we are battling stage 4 colon cancer with my wife. It pops up in one place after another. We beat it off with chemo & radiation & surgery. And MOST importantly – a strong willingness to fight and pursue as normal a life as possible. Be good to your lymphocytes & they’ll be good to you. Best wishes — many are pulling for you.
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It is wonderful that your Attitude and experience have been positive. Years ago before so many good advances that have arrived and making it the treatment of cancer easier on people today. So may good people have different experiences with treatments. We all hope for a complete recovery soon and Medical Advances to wipe out Cancer Forever. Good Bless.
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Good luck, bud, and enjoy that view. Ellen, if you dont know Fred, just stop by Bodin Historic Photo on Main St.and get to know him and all the great old photos of Gloucester.
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